Stirling Dynamics is recruiting an experienced Flight Control Systems Engineer to join their Systems & Safety team, supporting key aerospace projects in the civil aerospace and eVTOL markets. The role involves leading task identification, engaging with customers, supporting design and certification activities, preparing documentation, and coordinating the work of other engineers. The position is based in the Bristol office with hybrid working options and occasional travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

Leading task identification and definition within the context of the project
Engaging with customers to understand technical requirements and to deliver results
Supporting design, development & certification activities including V&V (Validation and Verification)
Preparation and checking of documentation for the design process
Running/supporting/attending internal/external design reviews
Supporting certification planning activities, test analysis and documentation
Supporting system and equipment level modifications
Working to resolve in-service issues
Preparation and review of task scope, budget, and schedule for given tasks and projects
Assigning tasks for projects and coordinating/monitoring the work of other engineers
Identifying project technical risks and proposing mitigations
Acting as technical reviewer as part of the DOA within their technical area of expertise
Reviewing completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Assisting upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor
Preparing technical proposals

Requirements

Fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft flight control systems and equipment (ATA-27)
Equipment/system design, development and/or certification for civil aircraft (CS-23, -25, SC-VTOL)
Fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft equipment/system design and development
Experience of DO178B/DO254 Software/Hardware design
Knowledge of ARP4754 – Guidelines for Development of Civil Aircraft and Systems
Requirements creation and management inc. industry recognised tools such as DOORS, Jama, Polarion, Cameo
Awareness of industry requirements / specifications such as RTCA, SAE, TSO, ARINC, etc
Working within a quality system environment, such as AS9100, ISO9001
Ability to lead activities within a team, work package creation, management, and delivery

Nice to have

Balances work across multiple projects
Has awareness of project schedules, budgets and deliverables
Has detailed knowledge of multiple technical areas
Acts as technical lead on projects within the capability area
Complies with all company and engineering procedures and standards
Line management / supervision of others

Benefits

Competitive package - Grade 5-7 (£42,000 - £65,000) depending on experience
We offer a range of benefits to our employees to recognise their efforts. Playing hard is equally as important as working hard, so regular events are held throughout the year which provide an ideal opportunity to mix socially.